The XJS attracts mixed opinions which may account for its remarkably good value right now. I loved my time with this classic car and its plain to see it's value can only rise.
Hi Roger, a small thought,,,,,,,,, with your "chuffing" exhaust manifold gasket,,,,,, you may be able to just undo the bolts on the port, and after cutting even a used gasket, just slide the replacement up into the space and tighten the bolts ???? It may work. Nothing to loose. - Will leave a comment on the car as a whole. thanks.
I always thought the Jaguar XJS was the best looking car they ever produced. I grew up in a time when these cars were new and you would see them driving all over town. Yes, I live in America and there was nothing like seeing an XJS cruising down the interstate, so poised and different than anything else on the road. Jaguar sold a ton of convertible models in the US but honestly the coupes always took the prize. That distinctive flying buttresses on the rear quarters with the recessed rear window makes the whole car. In America, we had the oval round dual headlamps at front which gave it that ole English look and feel. The V12 was silky smooth but sadly so expensive to maintain that many examples feel into disrepair with owners that didn't understand nor care to keep them running right. We didn't get the inline 6 cylinder till late in the 1992 facelift generation year so early examples all had the thirsty V12 motor that most people can't afford to drive. I love the XJS and can literally just stop and stare at its beautiful shape and lines for hours. Few cars do that to me. Great video.
Saw my first XJ-S in a BL showroom when I was a kid. It was on a revolving platform and I stood pressed against the glass window of the place staring. On one side the Jag and the Rover SDI 3500 on the other. Back then British Leyland were still capable of delivering some eye opening designs. Color me a fan of the derided TR7 too.
Definitely a future classic. I've always been a fan. This jag has always made me think of what a "small" Bentley GT coupe would look like, inside, and out. The amount of clean, good running examples, is what will soon make these babies rare, as the cost of maintenance has left many of these classy, modern classics in a state of hopeless disrepair. Even with the V12 it's not fast, but it is extremely classy when it's in reasonably good shape.
I’ve had a few motors, new and classic. My XJs is my favourite. Like anything in this world, it has its positives and it negatives. The most important thing with a car is how you feel when you drive it. This car makes me feel great, regal.
That was a great video Roger. I bought a '79 Pre-HE back in 1996. No rust, faultless Flamenco Red, and still in a thousand pieces. Since then, I have also bought a 1986 HE in Satin Bronze: also now in pieces (Grey import to Australia, with a bit of rust), and also a rust free1985 in near faultless Sebring Red. This one remains intact, with the exception of the engine bay. It is going to receive a 6.0 Jaguarsport and a split bell-housing Getrag 265 (I have both). I have colour coded the dash, and am in the process of fitting an update instrument cluster, which is an easier job than most people make it out to be. I have never driven a car where every single mile is such a pleasure. As you pointed out, the XJ-S just puts you into an unhurried place. I will part with not one, and look forward to a time where I can more fully devote my time to these marvelous cars. What a pedigree! Thanks for uploading the video : )
Tony Buhagiar thanks, its really good reading your accounts of your cars, love your passion, that 6.0 will be amazing, the XJS is un paralleled , thanks again
Recently purchased a 1989 XJS V12 from DD CLASSICS, only 25,000 miles on the clock. One of my favourite cars of all time!! Had a few back in the 80's & owning another one was on my bucket list (another box ticked). Many Thanks, Stay Safe!! Peace From London. 🙏🙏
I was your typical xjs sceptic simply because i loved and dreamt about owning an E type , but now at 62 i bought an xjs 3.6 last year - like they say a good wine gets better with age .This XJS has me hooked , its not posey like the E type its just cool .
I've owned 3 XJS HE 5.3s, two over here, and one in Dubai. The latest for 22 years. I had her converted to LPG in 2005. It gives the same performance as petrol at half the cost. My first car was an MGA in1964. I've driven and owned quite a few cars both in the UK and overseas in my 56 years of driving. I wish I was able to have tried the EType but too expensive these days and I'm more than happy to stick with my baby!
I like the look of the XJS, my aunt and cousin had one in the 80's ,the V12 H.E, I used it for 3 weeks and could clearly see why it's a proper GT car, so smooth,refined and powerful, get a good one and you will enjoy immensely
Those Buttresses are also what makes the 71 cougar XR7 I drove in high school look so great and the Mustang Coupe of 71-73. The C3 Corvette and Honda Del sol have endured partly due to those buttresses.
A design of the times, the XJS was conceived as a convertible at first but was adapted to coupe mid design due to potential US anti convertible legislation
Restored my '89 XJS, Rouge edition. I am in love with it. Anyone that has negative things to say about this car have never driven another comparable car like the incredibly high maintenance Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc, especially for the era. Look at the Countach. What a mess. Yes, it's beautiful and high performance, but the drawbacks are far worse than the XJS.
Loved this when I was 9 years old and still do! Every time I see one, I hear those opening notes to Return Of The Saint... I wonder how much the ST 1 plate would cost now?!!
After watching the Great Video you did on the XJS, had to take a moment to let you know I enjoyed it. When at the end you said something very true to this day and of course as time goes on... When you see it .. You know it's the Jaguar XJS !!! Prices for good examples will bring the $$$... Hi from Florida. (Also The Best Rock Bands in the World have always come from the U.K. & we all who they are)
Actually I have to disagree: the V12 is not as complicated as many might think. It has some typical issues that can be addressed even with some basic amateur mechanics skills. The parts that are causing the most issues - like the inboard rear brakes - are shared by the V12 and straight 6 versions. But - even 35 years later - driving along in one of these is still something special...and there is no rattle anywhere tainting the experience. The quality of the XJS is actually better than you would expect from an old Jaguar.
tfleiter the V12 might not be complicated, but here in the USA, they are expensive as hell to keep running. Not sure if it's the cost of parts or finding a mechanic that doesn't charge thousands of dollars per repair that makes them a money pit. I know someone who just wanted his 1989 XJS's radiator repaired and recored. Guess the price? $900.00 US dollars just to repair the radiator. Not counting the other costs to remove it and put it back in the car. Don't kid yourself, these cars cost a ton of money to keep maintained. If you're not rich, you shouldn't buy one because it can cost you more than it's worth if you're not careful. I love them, but I don't think I'll ever buy one.
@@Coco-ku3be lots of mechanics hear the word jaguar and immediately charge top dollar before they've even seen the job. Diy is the way to go with jaguars.
I have a triple black Celebration convertible. It took me more than a year of intense searching to find this mint car.Stock Stock. Stock. @ 56K miles. California car. A perfect car for South Florida.
I always hated seeing these car being disrespected by people who are to cheap to maintain them, drive around with body damage ect. Now I'm grown up and the time has come. Thank god there are plenty of them.
Great video presentation again Roger - the original design would have had those ubiquitous 1970s flip-up headlights but did not make it to the production phase. It would be amazing to see one of these flip up designs today and I agree on the XJS looks and GT driving pleasure. March 2022 and there is plenty of choice still available.
Thank you I have an XJS 95 coupe red with 100k , no rust great interior but paint may be improved great condition But worthless , so should I let it go for little or do you honestly think they may get up in price ??
Well if it was my decision I'd consider keeping it. The rusted examples are gradually disappearing, the rust free ones will become scarce and likely increase in value. This is a guess of course - only time will tell.
2.5 years ago I purchased a 1996 XJS 2+2 Convertible w/ 138K miles on it, poorly maintained by the previous owner, needing just about everything mechanical needing replacement. Body was in good shape as was the interior except for the driver's seat, needing a new bolster.I was able to have the mechanicals fixed over time and now it's a great Grand Tourer, gets a lot of looks and is a blast to drive on the back roads here in CT. I also have a National Award Winning rare 1990 Majestic Saloon, but the XJS is the fun car. It's not an E type in style, but a better car, with less problems once you get it up to snuff.
Great video, thanks for making. The XJS is a classic beautiful car and whats more still affordable. It would be great if you could make a video suggesting best models and years to look out for.
I have exactly this, an '89 3.6, I would disagree about the MPG as I get 24 on average and managed a good 28 last year when I did nearly 1000 miles of Continental touring in it over 5 days. A well sorted one is a joy to drive, picking off modern stuff easily if you want it to
They would have been even nicer with modern 5 or 6 speed automatic. They were slow off the line with that 3 speed, accumulated speed rather than accelerated. Mine was a V-12, silky smooth, and as mentioned surprisingly agile when pushed. Sure did burn gas though. Mine had been resprayed with a Chrysler teal over the original teal, much nicer paint, it had been converted from the original US quad headlights to the Euro spec ovals and looked beautiful, women loved it. And yes, the headliner was coming down.
Interestingly, a European spec Xjs is faster. Stateside you have 265 BHP to 300BHP on a European spec. American cars also have catalytic converters, adding 110 kg to the weight.
I used spray glue on mine! It worked like a treat i took off both side panels from above the drivers doors and the lining was almost hanging off i used a straw on a can of art spray glue then carefully held and smoothed it to the roof cheap fix and never had to do it again. I owned my XJS for 4 years as a daily driver it will always be my fav car I've owned.
I took my 3.6 touring on the continent doing around 800 miles and achieved 27 mpg, even on short occasional journeys I get better than the 20 mentioned
20 mpg round the town as the automatic overdrive performs at exactly 50 mph, removing the 4 speed automatic gearbox from the drivetrain. This gives you 35 miles per gallon on A roads and motorways.
I just love these cars and I knew that one day they would be appreciated I am with you all the way it was a different car to the e type delivering a different driving experience and it had good heating ventilation, superior handling comfort and a car that could actually reach 150mph as it was. it was a great step forward for jaguar giving customers want they really wanted in an ever changing world, which is why I paid £4500 for a restoration project in 2004 mad you may think but I bought a very early chassis number 19 pre he xjs the same car used in the original 1975 brochure which I spent 12 years restoring and today its like new and very much sought after as I always knew.
Keri's Classic jones that XJS of yours sounds amazing, you must have a great sense of pride and achievement, they are getting rarer every year. that passes.
In the US we call these the last of the Jag Jag or the last Real Jag. The newer ones some call the Ford Jag. These were Quit and smooth long before we had quit smooth cars here.
Lovely car, I always stick by saying the 3.6 was the thinking man’s xjs. Great performance, not far behind the 5.3 & obviously better mpg. This is a beautiful example of a fantastic car of the day. Unfortunately it all went downhill for me when they did the terrible face lift. It lost its muscle looks in my opinion 👍
It had classic styling ,,,,, but it truly was a lemon with endless issues that made it expensive to own. These cars are considered worthless & they are not allowed to be licensed in many Canadian provinces.
Back in 2013 I could have got a 3.6 metallic blue xjs coupe with manual gearbox and 10 months mot for...£695. The he v12 is less than 1s quicker in the 1/4 mile than the v6 manual which with half the pots actually spins less at 70mph using 30% less fuel. I knew all that and I'm kicking myself because I didn't buy it due to running cost fears and poor practicality. Wish I had now as similar examples are now over £4k which is only going to get higher. Also who cares if it has less space than a fiesta whilst being longer than the space outside your house when it rides like a dream?!
The design on them is still staggering. Just look at the rear lamp cluster that finishes the car off ?? DJ Chris Evan bought a white V12 at auction for £4,500 (I think) ,,,,,,the photos say it all. ------- A "wreck" was used in the 1984 "Comic Strip Presents" / early V12 HE,,,, with the windows up almost 100% silent inside before they crashed it. -------- Top Gear use d "Y" reg gold V12---- at 146 mph it blew a top hose,,,, patched it --- off it went. ----- and then they went "banger racing " in it, for a cheap laugh. -------- And the first XJS won the last "Cannonball Run" in 1979, they arrived before the press - the car was that fast, even after a "hold up", where truck driver threatened to shoot the tires. -------- A little "trick",,, if you move the camera closer to the center from the front, --- the rear of the car just "vanishes", leaving only the door visible. --------- From the video, the car just looks "exciting". Roger, when you drove it, did you feel like a "spy" ? or if you were "On a Mission" ???? or to "meet a man landing in a private jet on a deserted airfield with some microfilm" ??? --------- Coz face it,,,,,,,,, you look at the new ones ??? NICE TO GO TO SAINSBURYS IN ----- THEN YOU PUT £78 OF PETROL IN IT, THEN REALISE IS A BLOODY DIESEL AND YOU'VE GOTTA CALL THE AA. and it comes up on the screen,,,,,,, "ALL DOORS CLOSED ----- MISFIRE ON CYLINDERS 1,2,3,4,5,6, ARE YOU OUT OF FUEL ??? CALL GARAGE FOR ASSISTANCE,,,,,,, CUP HOLDER SNAPPED OFF,,,,,, RADIO TWO JEREMY VINE,,,,,,, CALL DEALER NOW,,, HAVE YOU TAKEN YOUR PROZAC ????? " New cars --- just amazing.
Hey Roger Bailey,,, thanks for the reply,,,,,,,,, but you should have driven off and kept going to a "secret location",,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, and told the owner that they had to deposit £50 in used notes to a local animal sanctuary and hospice to EVER see the car again,,,,,,,,, then give them the £50 when you get back. Yeh, you'd have ended up in "The Daily Mail",,,,, "ROBIN HOODY STEALS ENGLISH WHITE NIGHT" -----ha ha ----- the court would hear the mitigating circumstances ,,,,,,,, "Diminished Responsibility add to the fact it was an XJS" . The court would assign you a "Community Order" under which you's have to drive a 2005 VW Passat in silver (petrol) and "tag" you to be back in the Mariot Hotel for 2 years --- of course denying you free access to the salad buffet would violate your human rights. Cheers mate.
I have been dealing with these cars for the past 20 years and over that time period the prices have remained relatively stable. I hope that things work out better for the XJS but investment grade is not a term I'd use for describing one. These cars don't sit well so low mileage examples are not necessarily good choices. Todays buyer has the benefit of 40 years of known modern day remedies that solve all of the known deficiencies which can make these cars very reliable daily drivers. The trick is to be able to work on the cars by yourself. As one of the members of a well known forum says "There is nothing more expensive than a cheap Jag" buy the most expensive one that you can afford and go from there.
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The XJS attracts mixed opinions which may account for its remarkably good value right now. I loved my time with this classic car and its plain to see it's value can only rise.
very true !
the bad ones are rusting and worth nothing so hang on to a good one
Hi Roger, a small thought,,,,,,,,, with your "chuffing" exhaust manifold gasket,,,,,, you may be able to just undo the bolts on the port, and after cutting even a used gasket, just slide the replacement up into the space and tighten the bolts ???? It may work. Nothing to loose. - Will leave a comment on the car as a whole. thanks.
Always thought the XJS had a very stoic and serious aesthetic about them
I started work at jaguar aged 18 in 1983 on the XJS .....still there 37 years later working on f type ; Xf / xe but xjs was a ,real JAG
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I always thought the Jaguar XJS was the best looking car they ever produced. I grew up in a time when these cars were new and you would see them driving all over town. Yes, I live in America and there was nothing like seeing an XJS cruising down the interstate, so poised and different than anything else on the road. Jaguar sold a ton of convertible models in the US but honestly the coupes always took the prize. That distinctive flying buttresses on the rear quarters with the recessed rear window makes the whole car. In America, we had the oval round dual headlamps at front which gave it that ole English look and feel. The V12 was silky smooth but sadly so expensive to maintain that many examples feel into disrepair with owners that didn't understand nor care to keep them running right. We didn't get the inline 6 cylinder till late in the 1992 facelift generation year so early examples all had the thirsty V12 motor that most people can't afford to drive. I love the XJS and can literally just stop and stare at its beautiful shape and lines for hours. Few cars do that to me. Great video.
Thanks Kenneth for sharing this, I agree nothing did or does look quite like an XJS
I've always liked these since I was given a 'Saint' diecast model when I was a kid :-)
"It will soon relax you into a more gentile driving style."
What an incredible description.
I drove a '94 convertible as a daily driver for over 20 years.
It is the most beautiful car, even today.
Stephen Scott how wonderful to drive an XJS every day
Saw my first XJ-S in a BL showroom when I was a kid. It was on a revolving platform and I stood pressed against the glass window of the place staring. On one side the Jag and the Rover SDI 3500 on the other. Back then British Leyland were still capable of delivering some eye opening designs. Color me a fan of the derided TR7 too.
Ha yes I remember my local BL showroom full of dream cars !
Nice video, thanks Roger!
I've just paid £20k for a restored 1993 XJS 4.0 convertible. Am so excited about getting it shortly!
sounds like a brilliant purchase, congrats !
Definitely a future classic. I've always been a fan. This jag has always made me think of what a "small" Bentley GT coupe would look like, inside, and out. The amount of clean, good running examples, is what will soon make these babies rare, as the cost of maintenance has left many of these classy, modern classics in a state of hopeless disrepair. Even with the V12 it's not fast, but it is extremely classy when it's in reasonably good shape.
Always liked the way XJS looked.
ouzo lou yes classic shape
I’ve had a few motors, new and classic. My XJs is my favourite. Like anything in this world, it has its positives and it negatives. The most important thing with a car is how you feel when you drive it. This car makes me feel great, regal.
Cold Hell your right, its all about how a car makes you feel, thanks for sharing
lovely car should go up in price, nice video
That was a great video Roger. I bought a '79 Pre-HE back in 1996. No rust, faultless Flamenco Red, and still in a thousand pieces. Since then, I have also bought a 1986 HE in Satin Bronze: also now in pieces (Grey import to Australia, with a bit of rust), and also a rust free1985 in near faultless Sebring Red. This one remains intact, with the exception of the engine bay. It is going to receive a 6.0 Jaguarsport and a split bell-housing Getrag 265 (I have both). I have colour coded the dash, and am in the process of fitting an update instrument cluster, which is an easier job than most people make it out to be. I have never driven a car where every single mile is such a pleasure. As you pointed out, the XJ-S just puts you into an unhurried place. I will part with not one, and look forward to a time where I can more fully devote my time to these marvelous cars. What a pedigree! Thanks for uploading the video : )
Tony Buhagiar thanks, its really good reading your accounts of your cars, love your passion, that 6.0 will be amazing, the XJS is un paralleled , thanks again
Thanks Roger! Just don't hold your breath my friend. Things happen pretty slowly down here : )
Recently purchased a 1989 XJS V12 from DD CLASSICS, only 25,000 miles on the clock.
One of my favourite cars of all time!! Had a few back in the 80's & owning another one was on my bucket list (another box ticked).
Many Thanks, Stay Safe!!
Peace From London. 🙏🙏
sounds like your V12 is a special car
I was your typical xjs sceptic simply because i loved and dreamt about owning an E type , but now at 62 i bought an xjs 3.6 last year - like they say a good wine gets better with age .This XJS has me hooked , its not posey like the E type its just cool .
I've owned 3 XJS HE 5.3s, two over here, and one in Dubai. The latest for 22 years. I had her converted to LPG in 2005. It gives the same performance as petrol at half the cost. My first car was an MGA in1964. I've driven and owned quite a few cars both in the UK and overseas in my 56 years of driving. I wish I was able to have tried the EType but too expensive these days and I'm more than happy to stick with my baby!
alan, that MGA in 1964 must have been quite a thing to have ! thanks for sharing this.
I like the look of the XJS, my aunt and cousin had one in the 80's ,the V12 H.E, I used it for 3 weeks and could clearly see why it's a proper GT car, so smooth,refined and powerful, get a good one and you will enjoy immensely
Seen that car many times around Heswall and West Kirby, it's superb.
Once again, love your choices.... gorgeous
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Those Buttresses are also what makes the 71 cougar XR7 I drove in high school look so great and the Mustang Coupe of 71-73. The C3 Corvette and Honda Del sol have endured partly due to those buttresses.
A design of the times, the XJS was conceived as a convertible at first but was adapted to coupe mid design due to potential US anti convertible legislation
saneauto I have a Honda Del Sol just for that reason! Very true.
I just love Jaguar xj6 4.2 series1 with all those clock in the dash i had 3 of them in the past
007Rickie I love that XJ6 series 1 too
Couldn't agree more.I have a 1977 that the previous owner put a Borg Warner 5 speed.Absolute joy to drive.
Restored my '89 XJS, Rouge edition. I am in love with it. Anyone that has negative things to say about this car have never driven another comparable car like the incredibly high maintenance Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc, especially for the era. Look at the Countach. What a mess. Yes, it's beautiful and high performance, but the drawbacks are far worse than the XJS.
I only just found this channel, great content and I love the presenting style, I will certainly be looking out for more uploads
thank you for this comment, appreciated
Roger your channel is ace! Big thanks to the guru for sending me here :)
Llewelyn Guildford big thanks from me to you for tuning in
Loved this when I was 9 years old and still do! Every time I see one, I hear those opening notes to Return Of The Saint... I wonder how much the ST 1 plate would cost now?!!
yes I remember the return of the saint very well, those were the days - and that plate !
After watching the Great Video you did on the XJS, had to take a moment to let you know I enjoyed it. When at the end you said something very true to this day and of course as time goes on... When you see it .. You know it's the Jaguar XJS !!! Prices for good examples will bring the $$$... Hi from Florida. (Also The Best Rock Bands in the World have always come from the U.K. & we all who they are)
WHOMEWHOYOU hey thanks for taking the time to comment, some great bands from US too ! Best wishes from England - Roger
Three years on ... and I cannot agree more .. in 2021 the shape and interior layout is coming on and on and ... :)
Actually I have to disagree: the V12 is not as complicated as many might think. It has some typical issues that can be addressed even with some basic amateur mechanics skills. The parts that are causing the most issues - like the inboard rear brakes - are shared by the V12 and straight 6 versions. But - even 35 years later - driving along in one of these is still something special...and there is no rattle anywhere tainting the experience. The quality of the XJS is actually better than you would expect from an old Jaguar.
Thanks for your comment, and for the info re the V12 - interesting point, driving along in an XJS is something special indeed, !
tfleiter the V12 might not be complicated, but here in the USA, they are expensive as hell to keep running. Not sure if it's the cost of parts or finding a mechanic that doesn't charge thousands of dollars per repair that makes them a money pit. I know someone who just wanted his 1989 XJS's radiator repaired and recored. Guess the price? $900.00 US dollars just to repair the radiator. Not counting the other costs to remove it and put it back in the car. Don't kid yourself, these cars cost a ton of money to keep maintained. If you're not rich, you shouldn't buy one because it can cost you more than it's worth if you're not careful. I love them, but I don't think I'll ever buy one.
@@Coco-ku3be lots of mechanics hear the word jaguar and immediately charge top dollar before they've even seen the job. Diy is the way to go with jaguars.
I miss them a great deal,used to have a Jaguar only repair shop in NJ,USA.
Absolutely agree. Unique in its hey day but even more stunning now.
Another really good interesting review Roger. Thank you 👍
Luke thanks for watching
and nice pictures of west kirby i used to live 33 column road and my dad had a racing green xjs he
nice to hear from a local ! just around the corner, cheers - Roger
I have a triple black Celebration convertible. It took me more than a year of intense searching to find this mint car.Stock Stock. Stock. @ 56K miles. California car. A perfect car for South Florida.
Gary Forbus that sounds amazing, hope you keep it
I always hated seeing these car being disrespected by people who are to cheap to maintain them, drive around with body damage ect. Now I'm grown up and the time has come. Thank god there are plenty of them.
Great video presentation again Roger - the original design would have had those ubiquitous 1970s flip-up headlights but did not make it to the production phase. It would be amazing to see one of these flip up designs today and I agree on the XJS looks and GT driving pleasure. March 2022 and there is plenty of choice still available.
thank you, interesting to hear of those pop up headlights
Thank you
I have an XJS 95 coupe red with 100k , no rust great interior but paint may be improved great condition
But worthless , so should I let it go for little or do you honestly think they may get up in price ??
Well if it was my decision I'd consider keeping it. The rusted examples are gradually disappearing, the rust free ones will become scarce and likely increase in value. This is a guess of course - only time will tell.
i have one and i love it so much.
Quaquaversal Pulchritude 888 glad to hear you have one, hope its a keeper !
How gorgeous and stylish is that? amazing ride and great job as always!
Pusa Studios thanks for stopping by
2.5 years ago I purchased a 1996 XJS 2+2 Convertible w/ 138K miles on it, poorly maintained by the previous owner, needing just about everything mechanical needing replacement. Body was in good shape as was the interior except for the driver's seat, needing a new bolster.I was able to have the mechanicals fixed over time and now it's a great Grand Tourer, gets a lot of looks and is a blast to drive on the back roads here in CT. I also have a National Award Winning rare 1990 Majestic Saloon, but the XJS is the fun car. It's not an E type in style, but a better car, with less problems once you get it up to snuff.
bobbal1 your XJS sounds wonderful
Great video, thanks for making. The XJS is a classic beautiful car and whats more still affordable. It would be great if you could make a video suggesting best models and years to look out for.
Nice description and example. Am I the only one that noticed his boot was bouncing open @4:44 as he took a right hand turn? Lol
I have exactly this, an '89 3.6, I would disagree about the MPG as I get 24 on average and managed a good 28 last year when I did nearly 1000 miles of Continental touring in it over 5 days. A well sorted one is a joy to drive, picking off modern stuff easily if you want it to
I have 1974 fiat spider waiting for restoration. This car looks awesome Im an old school guy. This looks like a classic right?
that 194 fiat spider will be fantastic - these old Jags are becoming real classics now
They would have been even nicer with modern 5 or 6 speed automatic. They were slow off the line with that 3 speed, accumulated speed rather than accelerated. Mine was a V-12, silky smooth, and as mentioned surprisingly agile when pushed. Sure did burn gas though. Mine had been resprayed with a Chrysler teal over the original teal, much nicer paint, it had been converted from the original US quad headlights to the Euro spec ovals and looked beautiful, women loved it. And yes, the headliner was coming down.
3ducs thanks for sharing this, good points, sounds like a nice spec car, and glad to hear those women loved it !
Interestingly, a European spec Xjs is faster. Stateside you have 265 BHP to 300BHP on a European spec. American cars also have catalytic converters, adding 110 kg to the weight.
3ducs I personally like the US quad headlights better. More old school and classier.
this is a cracking review mate keep it up
thanks !
I shared this on my sane auto Fbook page.
saneauto thanks I'll see if I can find it
very nicely made video mate i always liked the XJS ace styling
This is a great video you made on my favorite Jag body style. Mine is a 1986. Video on my page.
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Terrace Balloon Man thanks
Where is this car for sale ??
Looks great in white. M
My most favorite car ever!!!!!
For D. I Y, its a real challenge to repair, but very satisfying. Don't get four engine belts around the wrong way. It's a humiliating mistake.
This ad should be on Tinder!
I used to work in the motor trade years ago and work on alot of them
Typical jaguar roof lining! At least you’ve pinned yours up, mine is still hanging down and annoying the wife 😊
yes, that roof lining !!!!
You can rip it out for a cool metallic look (only problem condensation gathers and you need a towel to suck it all up).
I used spray glue on mine! It worked like a treat i took off both side panels from above the drivers doors and the lining was almost hanging off i used a straw on a can of art spray glue then carefully held and smoothed it to the roof cheap fix and never had to do it again. I owned my XJS for 4 years as a daily driver it will always be my fav car I've owned.
I’ve now replaced it with a fibreglass replacement. Much better than the original.
want one
I took my 3.6 touring on the continent doing around 800 miles and achieved 27 mpg, even on short occasional journeys I get better than the 20 mentioned
20 mpg round the town as the automatic overdrive performs at exactly 50 mph, removing the 4 speed automatic gearbox from the drivetrain. This gives you 35 miles per gallon on A roads and motorways.
thank you for the info Rebecca
Cool video & great channel. Will definitely be coming back to you....got you at 1414.
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hey great to see you, thanks 👍
Nice car
Ancient World thanks :-)
I just love these cars and I knew that one day they would be appreciated I am with you all the way it was a different car to the e type delivering a different driving experience and it had good heating ventilation, superior handling comfort and a car that could actually reach 150mph as it was. it was a great step forward for jaguar giving customers want they really wanted in an ever changing world, which is why I paid £4500 for a restoration project in 2004 mad you may think but I bought a very early chassis number 19 pre he xjs the same car used in the original 1975 brochure which I spent 12 years restoring and today its like new and very much sought after as I always knew.
Keri's Classic jones that XJS of yours sounds amazing, you must have a great sense of pride and achievement, they are getting rarer every year. that passes.
Hey Roger..saw U on Old but not Dead. Just subscribed!
Xplor Fever thanks !!
I owe a 96 XJS convertible 4.0...I want to put spoke wheels on and I prefer the round headlights....but as it is...it's a head Turner in the US
In the US we call these the last of the Jag Jag or the last Real Jag. The newer ones some call the Ford Jag. These were Quit and smooth long before we had quit smooth cars here.
these were great Jags agreed !
saneauto the XJ40 was also the last real Jaguar. Designed and manufacturered before Ford stepped in.
Lovely car, I always stick by saying the 3.6 was the thinking man’s xjs. Great performance, not far behind the 5.3 & obviously better mpg. This is a beautiful example of a fantastic car of the day. Unfortunately it all went downhill for me when they did the terrible face lift. It lost its muscle looks in my opinion 👍
wow.that car is worth alot of money.
Nartea Bay well not that much really, $7000 maybe here in the UK
oh ok..i allways thought classic is worth more money
Nartea Bay It always depends.))
No it's not. Do your homework.
Here from detail Guru!!
Integrafreak1 great !!
I own a couple of XJS cars in the USA; a hardtop, and a convertable.
I can tell you that I will not live long enough to see their value escalate here.
Always looks better with the twin headlight conversion.
I liked this review!
You cant use the V12 it drops valve sests!!!
It had classic styling ,,,,, but it truly was a lemon with endless issues that made it expensive to own. These cars are considered worthless & they are not allowed to be licensed in many Canadian provinces.
Back in 2013 I could have got a 3.6 metallic blue xjs coupe with manual gearbox and 10 months mot for...£695. The he v12 is less than 1s quicker in the 1/4 mile than the v6 manual which with half the pots actually spins less at 70mph using 30% less fuel. I knew all that and I'm kicking myself because I didn't buy it due to running cost fears and poor practicality. Wish I had now as similar examples are now over £4k which is only going to get higher. Also who cares if it has less space than a fiesta whilst being longer than the space outside your house when it rides like a dream?!
yes I agree with your points, and it does ride & drive like a dream, good ones are still a sound investment imo ;)
The design on them is still staggering. Just look at the rear lamp cluster that finishes the car off ??
DJ Chris Evan bought a white V12 at auction for £4,500 (I think) ,,,,,,the photos say it all.
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A "wreck" was used in the 1984 "Comic Strip Presents" / early V12 HE,,,, with the windows up almost 100% silent inside before they crashed it.
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Top Gear use d "Y" reg gold V12---- at 146 mph it blew a top hose,,,, patched it --- off it went. ----- and then they went "banger racing " in it, for a cheap laugh.
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And the first XJS won the last "Cannonball Run" in 1979, they arrived before the press - the car was that fast, even after a "hold up", where truck driver threatened to shoot the tires.
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A little "trick",,, if you move the camera closer to the center from the front, --- the rear of the car just "vanishes", leaving only the door visible.
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From the video, the car just looks "exciting". Roger, when you drove it, did you feel like a "spy" ? or if you were "On a Mission" ???? or to "meet a man landing in a private jet on a deserted airfield with some microfilm" ???
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Coz face it,,,,,,,,, you look at the new ones ??? NICE TO GO TO SAINSBURYS IN ----- THEN YOU PUT £78 OF PETROL IN IT, THEN REALISE IS A BLOODY DIESEL AND YOU'VE GOTTA CALL THE AA.
and it comes up on the screen,,,,,,, "ALL DOORS CLOSED ----- MISFIRE ON CYLINDERS 1,2,3,4,5,6, ARE YOU OUT OF FUEL ??? CALL GARAGE FOR ASSISTANCE,,,,,,, CUP HOLDER SNAPPED OFF,,,,,, RADIO TWO JEREMY VINE,,,,,,, CALL DEALER NOW,,, HAVE YOU TAKEN YOUR PROZAC ????? "
New cars --- just amazing.
steve jelly great comments here, I enjoyed reading all this ! thanks ! yes it felt great driving around in the XJS for the day
Hey Roger Bailey,,, thanks for the reply,,,,,,,,, but you should have driven off and kept going to a "secret location",,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, and told the owner that they had to deposit £50 in used notes to a local animal sanctuary and hospice to EVER see the car again,,,,,,,,, then give them the £50 when you get back. Yeh, you'd have ended up in "The Daily Mail",,,,, "ROBIN HOODY STEALS ENGLISH WHITE NIGHT" -----ha ha ----- the court would hear the mitigating circumstances ,,,,,,,, "Diminished Responsibility add to the fact it was an XJS" .
The court would assign you a "Community Order" under which you's have to drive a 2005 VW Passat in silver (petrol) and "tag" you to be back in the Mariot Hotel for 2 years --- of course denying you free access to the salad buffet would violate your human rights. Cheers mate.
steve jelly ha , love it
I've seen 35mpg from my 3.6 all be it in an XJ40.
the boot is not closed flapping around haha!
Lion Property ;-)
i wishd id had some day xjs and 240 turbo volvo
Xjs is the best
I wish the e type sold for 21 years lol
Nice! We just subbed👍🏽 back. We’re enjoying catching up on some of your videos.
CutieRific thanks for stopping by :-)
I have been dealing with these cars for the past 20 years and over that time period the prices have remained relatively stable. I hope that things work out better for the XJS but investment grade is not a term I'd use for describing one. These cars don't sit well so low mileage examples are not necessarily good choices. Todays buyer has the benefit of 40 years of known modern day remedies that solve all of the known deficiencies which can make these cars very reliable daily drivers. The trick is to be able to work on the cars by yourself. As one of the members of a well known forum says "There is nothing more expensive than a cheap Jag" buy the most expensive one that you can afford and go from there.
sumporfuk great points you make there
Shame this beauty has cam shaft problems.....
my one came from japan, so no rust
M&T sounds like a brilliant find
See that the boot lock has failed on this one.
mart f Well spotted !
Is that all.?? Its 28 years old.!!!!
Beautiful car but a total ROT BOX !
many are lost to rot unfortunately
Both of mine were wonderful cars ruined by appalling build quality
#u*b#cr*i*b
the booth is small??? you have no clue
Fab car steering wheel is rubbish
Too many were produced for it to become really valuable
a piece of shit
Unreliable money pit